Stay : Escape on the island of Elba
Just between Corsica and Tuscany is the island of Elba, piece of land of more than 200 km 2 to the history as ancient as its coves and beaches are paradise. Here is a suggestion of itinerary over three days that should allow you to do nothing on the island where Napoleon chooses to go out of exile, combining relax, gastronomy and culture.
Summary of the stay
Best time to go
2 days
€€ - Charm and comfort
Detail of the stay : Escape on the island of Elba - 2 days
Day 1: Portoferraio
Steps: Sienne - Siena, Portoferraio, Acquaviva
A day to discover the island capital: its culture, art and history - the national museum of Villa dei Mulini, the Medici fortresses, the archaeological museum of La Linguella, the church of La Misericordia and the Teatro dei Vigilanti -, its white beaches - Le Ghiaie, Capo Bianco, Sansone -, and its culinary delights
CHIESA DELLA MISERICORDIA / SPIAGGIA DI CAPO BIANCO / SPIAGGIA DI SANSONE / SPIAGGIA DELLE GHIAIE / TEATRO DEI VIGILANTI / FORTERESSE MEDICIS
Day 2: Costa del Sole and Monte Capanne
Steps: Portoferraio, Marciana, Marina Di Campo, Sant'Ilario In Campo
On the western side of the island, the panoramic coastal road connects the beaches with beautiful medieval villages. From Portoferraio you can easily reach many beaches and villages. Do not miss the granite quarries and the charming villages of San Piero and Sant'Ilario. The entire Costa del Sole, from Marciana to Marina di Campo, offers possibilities for hiking and outdoor activities. The most courageous will take the cable car to the top of Monte Capanne.
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